Park Seo-joon (born Park Yong-kyu) is a South Korean actor. He is best known for his starring roles in the television series Kill Me, Heal Me (2015), She Was Pretty (2015), Hwarang: The Poet Warrior Youth (2016–2017), Fight for My Way (2017), What's Wrong with Secretary Kim (2018), and Itaewon Class (2020).[3] He has also appeared in films such as The Chronicles of Evil (2015), Midnight Runners (2017), The Divine Fury (2019), and Concrete Utopia (2023), The Marvels (2023).
Born: 16 December 1988 (age 34 years), Seoul, South Korea
Height: 1.85 m
Agent: Awesome ENT
Education: Seoul Institute of the Arts
Hanja: 朴敘俊
Park Seo Joon, initially ventured into the entertainment scene with his debut appearance in Bang Yong Guk's music video "I Remember" in 2011. Surprisingly, his childhood dream was centered around becoming a professional baseball player. However, his trajectory shifted when he discovered his deep-seated passion for acting during drama classes in his early teens.
Today, Park Seo Joon stands as a prominent figure in South Korea's entertainment industry, garnering widespread recognition both domestically and internationally. His popularity extends beyond acting, leading to lucrative endorsement deals and elevating his net worth. Renowned for his keen sense of fashion, Park Seo Joon notably became the first Asian model for the iconic American brand, Tommy Hilfiger.
In his early career, Park Seo Joon took on pivotal roles in popular Korean dramas like "Dream High 2" (2012), "A Word From Warm Heart" (2013), and "A Witch’s Romance" (2014). However, his breakthrough came with acclaimed performances in "Kill Me, Heal Me" (2015) and "She Was Pretty" (2015). His star continued to rise with roles in blockbuster shows such as "Hwarang" (2016-2017), "Fight For My Way" (2017), and "What’s Wrong With Secretary Kim" (2018).
Beyond acting, Park Seo Joon showcased his versatility as the host of the renowned music variety show "Music Bank" (2013-15) and "Youn’s Kitchen 2" (2018). His journey from aspiring baseball player to a multifaceted entertainer is a testament to his dedication and undeniable talent.
